Description

Pentanamide CAS NO 626-97-1 is a versatile organic amide compound, also known as valeramide, serving as a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its significance lies in its role as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers, offering a reactive amide functional group for further chemical transformations. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and industrial chemical producers seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty polyamides and other polymeric materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for amidation reactions and as a model compound in reaction studies.
• Lubricant Additive: Functions as a precursor for compounds that enhance the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in analytical method development and metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanamide
CAS No.	626-97-1
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO
Molecular Weight	101.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Valeramide; n-Valeramide; Pentanoic acid amide; Amide C5; 1-Pentanamide; Butanecarboxamide; Valerianic acid amide
EINECS	210-969-5

Quality Control

Our Pentanamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	115°C - 118°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.